We are seeking a diligent Legal Editor to join our team of experienced editors working on Westlaw and the Australian Digest. Our collaborative team has a strong work ethic and passion for case law, offering reasonable work hours and work-life balance.
About the Role
As a Legal Editor, you will work with the latest AI tools to enhance research and editing capabilities. You will have the opportunity to combine your legal expertise with innovative technology to produce high-quality legal information.
* Creats and classifies legal information in the form of headnotes, historical notes, abstracts/synopses, headings, analysis, indexes, highlights, and other text.
* Reviews and edits legal information created by other employees, authors, freelancers, and others.
* Identifies key legal issues in editorial materials.
* Adheres to editorial publishing schedules and quality standards.
* Consults with multiple departments regarding the business aspects of publications as required.
About You
To be successful in this role, you must:
* Hold an Australian Law degree.
* Have post-qualification legal experience (desirable) or similar experience.
* Possess strong legal research skills and familiarity with Australian legal resources.
* Able to interpret, analyse, organise, and communicate complex legal material.
* Strong attention to detail and understanding of its importance from a customer perspective.
* Able to adapt quickly and respond positively to change.
* A commitment to both team and personal goals.
* Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently.
What's in it For You?
You will join our inclusive culture of world-class talent, where we are committed to your personal and professional growth through:
* Hybrid Work Model: We've adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role).
* Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefit plans; flexible and supportive benefits for work-life balance.
* Culture: Globally recognised and award-winning reputation for equality, diversity, and inclusion, flexibility, work-life balance, and more.
* Learning & Development: LinkedIn Learning access; internal Talent Marketplace with opportunities to work on projects cross-company.
* Social Impact: Ten employee-driven Business Resource Groups; two paid volunteer days annually.
* Purpose Driven Work: We help our customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency.